An Act to ensure educational rights are upheld for incarcerated emerging adults

This bill ensures that incarcerated individuals under the age of 22 in Massachusetts have access to high school graduation, higher education, and vocational training. It mandates that correctional facilities provide at least six hours of classroom instruction daily throughout the year and grant credit for coursework completed while in custody. The legislation also requires facilities to identify and support students with special education needs, including providing translation services for English language learners. Additionally, it establishes standards for teaching staff and ensures that educational plans are adapted to the correctional environment without hindering a student's progress.